5 tips for a successful move to Southern Europe

Many Belgians are drawn to Southern Europe for its milder climate, quality of life and the professional opportunities it offers. Destinations such as Italy, Spain, France and Portugal attract new movers every year. However, an international move to these regions requires careful preparation. La Maison Genné, experts in international moves from Walloon Brabant, shares 5 essential tips to ensure your move to Southern Europe goes smoothly.

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How do you organise an international move from Belgium?

La Maison Genné guides you through preparing your move to Southern Europe. Discover our 5 essential tips for a calm, well-organised departure.

1.       Plan ahead for your move to Southern Europe

Forward planning is the key to a successful move south. Start preparations several months in advance: terminating your tenancy, closing contracts, administrative steps and customs formalities.

It’s also vital to choose an international moves company early—especially if you’re planning to leave in spring or summer, when demand is high.

Thorough planning will help ensure your move to your new destination is smooth and stress-free.

2.      Sort, pack and protect your belongings

Before your move to Southern Europe, take time to sort your possessions and keep only what you really need. Good packing is essential to protect your personal effects during transport.

Entrusting this stage to international moves professionals is a real advantage: your goods are protected with suitable materials, reducing the risk of damage. It also saves valuable time, particularly for moves from Belgium to Spain or Italy.

3.      Choose the most suitable mode of transport

For a move from Belgium to Southern Europe, the transport mode depends on your destination and budget.

Road transport is generally preferred for countries such as France, Spain, Italy and Portugal: it offers a direct, fast and flexible solution. For islands or more distant destinations, a sea transport container is a secure and cost-effective alternative.

La Maison Genné supports you with tailored solutions to match your needs and budget, ensuring a straightforward, efficient international move.

4.     Simplify administrative and customs procedures

An international move involves many formalities: documents to provide, declarations to complete, customs check, etc.. These steps can be stressful and require specific expertise.

Working with a company specialised in international moves saves time and simplifies the process.

La Maison Genné looks after the entire journey: not only the transport logistics, but also administrative and customs management, for a hassle-free move to Southern Europe.

5. Call on a specialised, certified company such as La Maison Genné

For a successful move to Southern Europe, nothing beats the expertise of an international moving professional. La Maison Genné, ISO 9001:2015 certified by Vinçotte and a member of FEDEMAC (the European Movers’ Federation), supports you at every stage to ensure a safe, efficient and stress-free transfer.

Contact La Maison Genné for your move to Southern Europe from Walloon Brabant

Active in Walloon Brabant—in Lasne, Rixensart, Genval and La Hulpe—La Maison Genné offers its know-how and tailor-made solutions to organise your move to Spain, Italy or any other destination in Southern Europe.

Contact our team today by phone or via our online form for a worry-free departure.